Whats going on with this boom and spray hood combo?

[salad]

I'm new at all this, so maybe it's totally normal to have this configuration, but to me it looks like the boom cannot pass the spray hood. Would this not make it difficult to tack or gybe? Is the topping lift just super slack perhaps?

Open to being educated. It's a 2002 Hanse, if it matters.

 

[mjcoon]

I'm new at all this, so maybe it's totally normal to have this configuration, but to me it looks like the boom cannot pass the spray hood. Would this not make it difficult to tack or gybe? Is the topping lift just super slack perhaps?

Open to being educated. It's a 2002 Hanse, if it matters.

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Yes, maybe boom lowered so that the zip can be reached and a preventer used to retain the boom to port side so as not to swing around...

 

[Kukri]

I routinely leave the boat with the boom drooping down aft. This way, it doesn’t fill with rain water.

“Other booms are available, and may differ…”

 

[salad]

I knew there would be an explanation, thank you.

Until we find a boat I'm stuck with eSail and books, which are all very good to be fair, but reading on here has provided just as much knowledge and you're all so helpful!

 

[salad]

I routinely leave the boat with the boom drooping down aft. This way, it doesn’t fill with rain water.

Almost sounds like there should be medication for it

 

[scottie]

Mayonnaise?

 

[Obi]

There is something called the topping lift. Lift it. Don't just release it, keep tension on it, otherwise the boom could crash right through your spray hood.

 

[Wansworth]

I knew there would be an explanation, thank you.

Until we find a boat I'm stuck with eSail and books, which are all very good to be fair, but reading on here has provided just as much knowledge and you're all so helpful!

You in your turn will add to the vast collection of knowledge

 

[ashtead]

It’s caused by too much winching in on the German mainsheet system or whichever mainsheet this model has or the vang also known as a strut or kicking strap by some. It must have been pulled in a lot to hit top of sprayhood maybe to assist in zipping stack pack up or it could be camera angle. The more normal issue with low boom is when you put up the cockpit tent or Bimini . While we have a Moody ,I suspect the topping lift is hardly touched on a Hanse as the boom is held up by the vang but clearly this one might be missing its vang strut. These struts are supplied with the boom by Selden in case you wish to research further. Other boom and strut makers exist though.

 

[salad]

Could someone tell me what the metal bar is that crosses the cockpit please? I couldn't consider the boat due to this as I think it's too much of a hazard for kids (and me tbh).

Mainsheet traveller?

 

[ashtead]

Yes -nightmare and also has a rope attached for catching them. Look for a boat with a traveller which is what it’s called in front of that sprayhood(as per Say older bavaria but it’s further away to let off for helm) or on stern (as per the westerly centaur ) which is close by but the rope can still catch neck of unwary etc .Ideally you have what is called German mainsheet system with a rope running to either side to pull in the boom and no traveller etc but that is more modern idea than say a 2002 Hanse. I think a boat with wheel steering far easier for a family yacht-try looking at a small Hunter Legend -plenty of space for kids etc . Get a bilge keel version and you can park it on the beach as well.

 

[MoodySabre]

Yes it is a mainsheet traveller. Not a great location - mine is across the bridgedeck by the companion way so still needs a bit of care when tacking or gybing. You can get nainsheet systems that have the traveller on the coach roof which is much safer, particularly with kids in the cockpit.

 

[salad]

Thanks gents. Bilge keel has been on the radar as the occassional overnight on/near a beach might be rather fun. Lots of nice sandy beaches up in Scotland too. So few to choose from and the ones which hang around tend to have less desirable traits, as you'd expect.

 

[dgadee]

I move my boom to the side to put up a sun shade. Looks like that here.

 

[DJE]

I'm new at all this, so maybe it's totally normal to have this configuration, but to me it looks like the boom cannot pass the spray hood. Would this not make it difficult to tack or gybe? Is the topping lift just super slack perhaps?

Open to being educated. It's a 2002 Hanse, if it matters.

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Plug ugly sprayhood! Put it down to go sailing: better visibility, less windage, and a prettier boat!

 

[DJE]

Could someone tell me what the metal bar is that crosses the cockpit please? I couldn't consider the boat due to this as I think it's too much of a hazard for kids (and me tbh).

Mainsheet traveller?

Yes it's the mainsheet traveller. Vital for good control of leach tension upwind.
Sailing boats have all kinds of ropes and moving parts that can be dangerous particularly to children.
Usually the more convenient arrangements sacrifice a bit of sailing performance for improved comfort in harbour.

 

[scottie]

Could someone tell me what the metal bar is that crosses the cockpit please? I couldn't consider the boat due to this as I think it's too much of a hazard for kids (and me tbh).

Mainsheet traveller?

If you look on the cockpit floor you will see an eye that the main sheet can be fastened to instead which allows you have a less complicated system with the advantages of the traveller
another option is to put a traveller in top of the cabin roof
each system has its advantages and disadvantages
a lot depends on how well you wish to control the mainsheet

 

[Kukri]

On my elderly offshore racer the mainsheet track divides the helmsbody’s cockpit (very comfy bench, perfect view ahead, but she will insist on throwing the top of a wave at you from time to time) from the gorillas’ cockpit (perfectly sheltered, but you do have to wake up and do something with a #65 winch when we tack, and more when we gybe).

 

[wilkinsonsails]

The boom droop might disappear when the main is set ?

 

[salad]

The boom droop might disappear when the main is set ?

On reflection I now feel it was a silly question, but in case anyone is concerned by this, don't be, I have plenty more in the tank sir, plenty.